11 days in Zurich & Frankfurt Itinerary

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Bahnhofstrasse and Appenzeller Schaukaserei. Explore Zurich's surroundings by going to Mt Pilatus (in Kriens), Bern (Federal Building (Bundeshaus), UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern, &more) and Lucerne (Altstadt Luzern, Chapel Bridge, &more). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Zurich, take in the spiritual surroundings of Fraumünster Church, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Uetliberg Mountain, and explore the world behind art at Museum Rietberg.

For maps, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Zurich online itinerary maker.

Bangkok, Thailand to Zurich is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Bangkok to Zurich. Traveling from Bangkok in April, expect Zurich to be colder, temps between 17°C and 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Frankfurt.

A global center of finance and transportation, Frankfurt is perhaps best known for its futuristic cityscape.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Wed): take in nature's colorful creations at Palmengarten, admire the striking features of Main Tower, then admire the landmark architecture of Romer, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Kleinmarkthalle. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of St. Bartholomew (Dom St. Bartholomaus), then snap pictures at Iron Bridge, then explore the world behind art at Stadel Museum, and finally explore the world behind art at Liebieghaus.

To see more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Frankfurt trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Zurich to Frankfurt takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Frankfurt are 18°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.